Can I Modify My Older Car?
The guidelines you need to know if you drive with disabilities and would like to modify an older car with funding help from the NDIS.
For many people with disability, being able to drive safely is empowering and transformative. Some people even describe it as life-changing … others life saving.
We have collated some personal driving stories to inspire others to explore the possibility of driving. They reinforce the benefits found when taking on the journey to gain more freedom and independence!
A Drifter Driven to Inspire
With more than 7 million video views and counting, Christina Vithoulkas is telling the world on her social media channels everything about her life with disability, and her passion for Drift Cars using Total Ability’s Fadiel Satellite Accelerator.
Total Ability Installation and Service Centre Sydney
A ‘one-stop-shop’ based in Artarmon (Sydney) where people with disability can seamlessly access everything from on and off-road assessments to driving lessons, equipment trials, installation of driving aids including complex high level vehicle modifications.
Total Ability Partner with Avis
If you are travelling within Australia and drive with hand controls, we have some great news. You now have a much greater chance of being able to fly to your destination and hire a modified car, thanks to our new partnership with Avis.
Licensing Processes for Driving with Disability in Australia
No one likes driving tests! So it’s no surprise that when people find out they need a modified licence to drive with disability, which might
One Giant Cratered Road to Recovery
Read about Chris Astill’s journey from hospital bed to competing in a tough outback rally from his wheelchair, raising money for Cancer Council … with a bit of help from Total Ability.
A History of Driving Controls for People with Disability
Driving controls for people with disability have existed for more than 100 years. Their development has been closely related to the 20th Century’s World Wars.
Importance of Servicing Disability Vehicle Mods
The importance of service and maintenance of driving controls and vehicle access products to stay safe on the road and prevent big problems.
More Than “Getting By” With A Little Help
Kerry-Lee Gockel, ‘The Wingless Warrior’, lives a full life using her feet as her hands. She can now go even further with her new driving controls.
Have (Dis)Ability, Will Travel
In her 70s, 120,000 kms covered, Lyn Lillecrapp still loves driving and camping across Australia by herself: she shares her tips for travelling with disability.